How to travel from Wonju to Suncheon, South Korea

The distance between Wonju and Suncheon is around 356km (221 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 35m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Wonju to Suncheon by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Wonju (WJU) to Yosu (RSU).

  • Duration2h 35m
  • Flight time2hrs
  • Typical cost
    ₩165,115($125)
Operated by

Jin Air

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Train

Take the train to Seoul Station and then to Suncheon Station.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    ₩52,415($40)

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Bus

Take the bus to Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu) and then to Suncheon.

  • Duration5h 10m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    ₩41,935($32)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Drive

Drive to Suncheon.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Distance356km (221 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wonju and Suncheon

There are several options for getting from Wonju to Suncheon by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₩35,380 ($27) and will take around 5h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₩165,115 ($125).

The distance between Wonju and Suncheon is around 356km (221 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 266km (165 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Wonju and Suncheon by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Wonju to Suncheon is to fly which takes around 2h 35m and will set you back approx ₩165,115 ($125).

The cheapest way to travel between Wonju and Suncheon, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₩35,380 ($27) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Wonju and Suncheon. It typically takes around 3h 35m and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Wonju to Suncheon. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Seoul Station and Gwangmyeong Station. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 35m.

Korail and Korail Mugunghwa run train services between Wonju and Suncheon. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 3h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Wonju and Suncheon. It typically takes around 5h 10m and departs hourly.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Wonju to Suncheon. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Seoul Express Bus Terminal(Gyeongbu). These services run hourly and will take a minimum of 5h 10m.

Ko Bus, Easy Ticket, TxBus and Cheongju Bus Terminal run regular bus services between Wonju and Suncheon. Buses run hourly and take around 5h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Wonju and Suncheon. Flights depart from Wonju (WJU) and arrive at Yosu (RSU) - via Cheju (CJU). The flight takes around 2hrs.

There is no direct flight from Wonju to Suncheon. There is however a flight that goes via Cheju (CJU). This services will take at least 2h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Wonju to Suncheon typically takes around 2hrs. Flights depart from Wonju (WJU) and and arrive into Yosu (RSU).

The closest major airport to Suncheon is Yeosu Airport (RSU) (RSU) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Suncheon. Gimhae International Airport (PUS) (PUS) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) (TAE) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Wonju and Suncheon. The distance is around 356km (221 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Wonju to Suncheon is to take the train which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around ₩52,415 ($40).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Wonju and Suncheon

Transport options from Wonju to Suncheon
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
2h 35m
₩165,115($125)
on demand668km (415 miles)
Train and Plane2h 50m
₩110,075($84)
hourly458km (284 miles)
Train to Seoul Station, plane3h 40m
₩94,350($72)
4 times a day500km (311 miles)
Train + 1 similar
3h 35m
₩52,415($40)
every 2 hours466km (290 miles)
Train via Jecheon Station3h 35m
₩39,315($30)
every 3 hours411km (255 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
5h 10m
₩41,935($32)
hourly421km (262 miles)
Bus via Cheongju5h 35m
₩35,380($27)
twice daily374km (232 miles)
Drive
3h 50m
₩69,455($53)
on demand356km (221 miles)

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Airports near Suncheon

The following major airports near Suncheon offer regular flights to various popular destinations within South Korea and internationally.

RSU
Yeosu Airport (RSU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
15km (9 miles) from Suncheon
PUS
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
International Airport
Distance
134km (83 miles) from Suncheon
TAE
Daegu International Airport (TAE)
International Airport
Distance
148km (92 miles) from Suncheon